The treasure being sought is the "Scripture With No Words." The origin of the Scripture has been lost in the mists of time but it is reputed to be the most magnificent object known to humans! The history is a broken line that Dr. Wai must piece together when the Chinese Government assigns him to find the Scripture which is rumored to be somewhere in China. The Scripture was said to be priceless, of unlimited power, but difficult to wield. There would always be some price to pay for such a thing. It was assumed it could be used for whatever purpose the one who possessed it desired; the Scripture could even reveal the future! It would be up to Dr. Wai and his assistant to keep it out of the hands of the Japanese!

The primary character in the "Scripture With No Words" is Dr. Wai. He is a fictional character written by Chow Si-Kit who writes cheap novels about Wai's adventures. Chow has developed writers block since he discovered his wife (the evil Japanese officer who wants the Scripture) wants a divorce.

The story bounces back and forth between the "real" world of Chow Si-Kit and Dr. Wai. All that happens to him is enhanced so that his quiet life turns into the devil may care, adventurer Dr. Wai. The idea behind the movie does have possibilities. It has better than average production values and the set, costumes and props all work well together. Unfortunately Jet seems to be unfamiliar with comedy. Perhaps he is trying to be the stoic hero but the comedy really was needed and is even a part of Raiders. Here it just falls flat. Even when doing exposition Jet just doesn't really seem all that interested. Since Chow has a deal to finish the book his assistant Shing (Takeshi Kaneshiro) takes over the task of finishing the story. He portrays Dr. Wai as opposite of Chow. Wai is a real hero to his country and the world in general. His tasks are impossible and yet he always manages to get the job done and stay alive. He is popular with the ladies, courageous, brilliant, sophisticated.

Chow's wife is played by the very talented Rosamund Kwan. In the Scripture Wai finds her attractive until he realizes how easily she could upset his mission. He decided this turn was appropriate when she informs him she wants a divorce. Kwan is turned into a man hating Dom who is interested in Wai but more interested in the Scripture. She grows increasingly sinister as the movie progresses. Kwan is the only one who seems to understand her role in the film and can carry it through.

Considering this is a movie with Jet you naturally expect him to fight and do a few cool acrobatic kind of things but it just doesn't happen. He does fight, but not what most viewers are used to seeing. Very little *real* fighting takes place. When someone is fighting there are lots and lots of wires. And that would have been okay if the characters (Jet) could have convinced us Dr. Wai was supposed to be over the top. It was a lackluster performance to say the least. The fx and cg were not the highest of quality but they are tolerable. I really can't recommend this movie unless you are a die hard completist. Take a look at "Fist Of Legend" "Once Upon A Time In China", or "Tai Chi Master" instead. You won't regret it.

The plot kind of sucks as it has Indiana Jones style, but who cares, we only watch it for Jet fights scenes and acting and that etc. Actually, the good thing about the story is that it is different for a change--i.e. different setting and style--from Jet's previous films. It's always good to see something different for a change!

Overall, if you are a Jet fan, then I would consider to add this movie to your Jet collection, although some say they don't like it at all and rather watch Fist of Legend and Once Upon A Time In China style of movies.

This can be a rent or a buy, so just see it to find out for yourself!